Saturday August 30, 2026 Art Parties & Events cap off the weekend with a lovely array of LA possibilities. With a foodie event, a closing, an opening, a performance art piece and live music, there is a nice mix of happenings here in the city of Angels.
August 30 2026 Art Parties & Events
Smorgasburg LA
Downtown…Smorgasburg Los Angeles is a popular weekly culinary adventure at Row DTLA every Sunday. Additionally this lively open-air market features an array of local food vendors as well as a family-friendly beer garden.Be aware no dogs are permitted. Event: 10am to 4pm; Row DTLA, 777 S. Alameda St. LA, 90021; https://la.smorgasburg.com/
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Downtown…Hospital of Emotions is an unusual installation located inside a former wing of St. Vincent Medical Center. Visit our ETG Instagram for extensive coverage. Presented by House of Art and Dreams, ROYVA Group, and also St. Vincent Behavioral Health Campus, it transformed one of Los Angeles’ most historic hospital sites into a fully immersive, large-scale art experience.Read more about it on the Hospital of Emotions Feature.
Admission starts at $55 with discounts available for children, students, seniors and veterans; Hours: 10am-8pm; Hospital of Emotions, 2131 W 3rd St, LA, 90057; www.hospitalofemotions.com
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Echo Park
It’s the second day of Echo Park Rising. The 16th annual community festival features live music,
DJs, art, food, record shops as well as all sorts of happenings, As always, it’s free and all are welcome. Visit the website for more info. The 2026 Echo Park Rising is presented by the Echo Park Chamber of Commerce and runs throughout the neighborhood. Echo Park Rising: 2-11pm; Find out more on the website – https://epr.la/
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Beverly Hills
The Molly Barnes Garage Gallery hosts a closing reception for Dionysus by Pamela Simon. Meet the artist prior to the official closing on September 8, 2026; Event: 2 – 5pm; Molly Barnes Garage Gallery, 474 S. Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90212; https://pamelasimonart.com/
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Mount Wilson
MWO presents a retrospective, Within Sound 2: The Acoustic Sculpture of Michael Brewster as part of its Arts@theObservatory series.
It is the second day of performances. The late sound and space master coined the term “acoustic sculpture.” The solo show features six of Brewster’s most legendary acoustic sculptures across four decades. There will be two performances within the 100-inch telescope dome. Each will open with an introduction by Peter Shelton, artist, student, as well as a good friend of the artist. Then Alex Schetter, responsible for programming this event in the Dome will give a short talk. Performances at 3 & 5pm; Reception at 4pm; Admission: $45; Performances at 3 and 5pm; Admission $45; Mount Wilson Observatory, 100 Mt Wilson Circle Rd, Mount Wilson, CA, https://www.mtwilson.edu
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Mid City
Matter Studio hosts HIBISCUS TV with Amy Kaps and Kaye Freeman. Enjoy their art exhibition in addition to multiple media performances. Today’s show is the second of three performances. While one already took place last Sunday (August 23, 2026), you still have another chance on September 6, 2026. Furthermore the event will include poetry by The Cherry Pie Press as well as a performance titled Metal Gods.
Hibiscus Tv, Kaye Freeman, Amy Kaps
Event: 6-8:30pm; Admission: $20 at the door Purchase tickets HERE. Matter Studio Gallery, 5080 West Pico Blvd. LA, 90019; https://matterstudiogallery.com/
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Mid City
The Mint presents Jazz Sundays. The rotating selection offers the best in LA’s Jazz Music scene. But be sure to check the Mint’s calendar for up-to-date info as well as guest performers/musicians. Furthermore, Musicians who want to jam will get in free with an instrument after 9pm (one drink minimum). I love that!! For table reservations, please email themintdinnerreservations@gmail.com Doors open: 7pm; Enjoy the jam with special guests at 9:30pm; Ticket prices vary depending on entry time; Visit the website for the full schedule. The Mint, 6010 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035; https://themintla.com
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For additional art exhibitions, and performances as well as culinary events, see LAArtParty’s Upcoming Events Page.
Read more about Arts and Entertainment throughout the world on our sister site EatTravelGo.com, an art inspired travel site.
Or enjoy artist / gallerist interviews on our Art Talk Page.
